Scott McConnell

Scott McConnell, an Outreach magazine contributing editor, is executive director of Lifeway Research. 

People Reaching People

Three important shifts contributed to the stirring of evangelism: equipping people to be everyday missionaries, elevating the role of groups, and amplifying opportunities to serve.

Faith and Self-Censorship

People are more open to having gospel conversations than we expect

Stop Burnout Before It Happens

Caring for One of Your Church’s Most-Valued Resources

Discipleship Post-COVID-19

Lifeway Research Shows Encouraging Growth in Disciple Making

Encouraging Signs for the Post-Pandemic Church

A glimpse of people’s church experience during COVID and their intentions for church participation post-COVID

Grief, Memorial and Hope

At a time of great national loss the church has an opportunity—and a responsibility.

Avoiding Pastoral Red Zones

Pastor care must be a pandemic priority

Joining God in His Work

In the kingdom of god, you are an essential worker.